Fairmount Cemetery offers a variety of guided and self-guided walking tours. The historic Highline Canal travels through the cemetery. More than 20 miles of roads are used daily by patrons, walkers, joggers, and history enthusiasts.

The Ivy Chapel:

Designed by Denver architect Henry Ten Eyck Wendell, the historic chapel was built in 1890. It is designated by the city of Denver as a Denver Historic Landmark. It was built in the style of 13th century Ecclesiastical French Gothic, and features gargoyles and flying buttresses.

The Gate Lodge:

Also designed by Henry Ten Eyck Wendell, and also built in 1890, the Gate Lodge was the original home and office of the cemetery sexton. It was the original entrance into Fairmount and is also a Denver Historic Landmark.

Fairmount Mausoleum:

Built in 1929 in the depths of the Depression and opened on schedule in 1930, the Fairmount Mausoleum contains the sacred remains of more than 15,000 people. Such notables include Dr. Florence Sabin, Helen Bonfils, and Charles Boettcher.

Historic Highline Canal:

The decision by Fairmount's directors to situate the cemetery was based primarily on the proximity to the Highline Canal. This historic 19th century waterway stretches from Littleton to Aurora. In Colorado's arid climate Fairmount's beautiful grounds, trees, and plantings can not survive without it.

Military Cemetery Areas:

The State of Colorado purchased land at Fairmount in 1900 for deceased Spanish-American War soldiers. In 1918, Fairmount donated Block 40 to the U.S. War Department for the burial of soldiers, sailors and marines who perished in World War I. The military area has now grown to include hundreds of veterans. Notable veterans who are buried in this area include Lt. Francis B. Lowry, Harold I. Johnston (Medal of Honor recipient), and James H. Turpin (Medal of Honor recipient).

Emanuel Cemetery:

In 1911, Fairmount Cemetery sold 15 acres to Congregation Emanuel, for a Jewish cemetery. This cemetery, with its own entrance, is maintained by Fairmount under contract with its owner, Temple Emanuel.

Contact: Patricia Carmody, Executive Director Fairmount Heritage Foundation, (303) 322-3895